Ch-12 Trying to reach the depth.

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Following a brief exchange with her brother, Chiyo addressed the assembly of ninjas gathered around her, her words cutting through the tense atmosphere. "No need for further investigation," she declared, her eyes reflecting a steely determination. "We now know the identity of the attacker and their destination. No more hunting for clues."

A collective nod swept through the assembly as Chiyo's words sank in. The ninjas, acknowledged her directive. Chiyo continued, her voice carrying the weight of command, "Initiate a signal to alert the entire ninja army. We must ensure they are on high alert, ready to evade any potential threat and minimize unnecessary casualties."

As the ninjas absorbed her orders, one agile ninja sprang into action, swiftly retrieving a flare from the ninja attire (Currently, the attire worn by the ninjas is different from the attire worn by the ninjas in the 3rd Ninja War). With a practiced motion, they ignited the flare, casting a vibrant yellow hue across the night sky. The luminous display served as a beacon to all nearby ninjas, a visual proclamation that danger lurked. The yellow flare conveyed the urgent message: enemies were afoot, and vigilance was paramount.

In the wake of the dazzling display, the assembly of ninjas sprang into a coordinated state of heightened awareness.

After the intense encounter, Chiyo and Ebizo made their departure from the location, accompanied by the group of ninjas that had joined them. Their collective destination was the heart of the encirclement, the very place where the Senju Clan found itself ensnared at that moment.

Meanwhile, as Kratos pressed forward on the back of the mighty Gradungr, his attention was drawn to a conspicuous yellow flare illuminating the sky. With a wealth of battle experience under his belt, Kratos deciphered the significance of this signal. Turning to Gradungr, he remarked, "Gradungr, it appears you need to quicken your pace. At the very least, I must make my arrival at the center of the encirclement where the Senju Clan currently faces its predicament, before the support team of Sunagakure reached there."

Acknowledging Kratos's directive, Gradungr nodded and accelerated its speed by a significant margin. In a matter of minutes, Kratos reached the predetermined location. Wasting no time, he dismounted from Gradungr and promptly engaged the 'Area Scanning Technique' to assess the surroundings.

Having ascertained the precise location of the ninjas ahead, Kratos wasted no time and swiftly materialized in front of a ninja who had taken cover behind a tree. The awareness of Kratos's arrival was palpable among the present ninjas, primarily due to the conspicuous movements of Gradungr. It was worth noting that these individuals were no ordinary folk; they were highly skilled ninjas.

The targeted ninja, taken by surprise, had no chance to react before his head was severed and his life was abruptly extinguished by a single, powerful swing of Kratos's axe. The demise of this ninja served as the catalyst for a resounding cry that echoed through the air: "Enemy attack!" This initial exclamation triggered a cascading effect, as one after another, different ninjas began to vocalize the urgent warning: "Enemy attack!" The alarming call reverberated through the surroundings, spreading like wildfire, as the entire ninja army was now on high alert.

In the midst of the cacophony of shouts, Kratos maintained an unwavering countenance, unfazed by the tumult around him. Undeterred, he pressed on with his relentless assault, strategically targeting the ninjas nestled in the branches of the trees. Recognizing the potential nuisance and hindrance they posed to his movements, Kratos wielded his fists and axe like a harvester, swiftly reaping the lives of the ninjas with each precise strike. Within the span of a mere minute, Kratos had efficiently dispatched more than four adversaries, leaving a trail of fallen foes in his wake.

The Jonin leader, a commanding presence in the unfolding scenario, observed with astonishment as Kratos effortlessly dismantled the Sunagakure ninjas. Reacting swiftly, he issued an urgent directive to his subordinates, "All of you, descend from the tree immediately, lest you become easy prey for this formidable assailant."

Without a moment's hesitation, every ninja present acquiesced to the Jonin's authoritative command, leaping from the trees in a synchronized effort. The urgency stemmed from their collective understanding that defiance could lead to a swift demise at the hands of the relentless Kratos. As the nimble ninjas descended, a palpable tension filled the air. Not content with merely avoiding Kratos's immediate line of attack, they strategically assembled beside the Jonin, forming a cohesive and unified front to better face the looming threat that the menacing intruder posed.

Just as in previous encounters, Gradungr executed a meticulously planned attack from the rear, unleashing a formidable wave of ice that surged forward with astonishing speed, targeting the unsuspecting group of ninjas. Recognizing the imminent danger, the Jonin issued a swift and decisive command, urging, "Immediately spread out!" Taking his own advice, the Jonin agilely leaped out of the trajectory of the oncoming ice wave.

Despite the timely warning, three unfortunate ninjas failed to evade the relentless advance of the icy onslaught. Caught in the freezing embrace of Gradungr's unleashed power, they found themselves encased in ice, their movements abruptly halted. Before their comrades could rally to support and shield them from further harm, Gradungr, utilizing the formidable horn protruding from its mighty form, ruthlessly crushed the immobilized ninjas.

The once-promising defenders, now reduced to vulnerable statues of ice, bore the brunt of Gradungr's devastating attack. Their frozen forms shattered under the immense force, leaving a chilling reminder of the power unleashed by Gradungr in the throes of battle.

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